Adelbert N. Everson | |
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Born | Cicero, New York | April 12, 1841
Died | July 23, 1913 Brewerton, New York | (aged 72)
Buried | Riverside Cemetery, Brewerton, New York |
Allegiance | United States of America |
Service | United States Army Union Army |
Rank | Private |
Unit | Company D, 185th New York Infantry |
Battles / wars | Battle of Five Forks |
Awards | Medal of Honor |
Adelbert N. Everson (April 12, 1841 – July 23, 1913) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Everson received the country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his action during the Battle of Five Forks in Virginia on 1 April 1865. He was honored with the award on 10 May 1865.[1][2][3]